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Old 12-01-2012, 10:20 PM
 
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Richness is subjective sometimes. Third world people may perceive 1st world middle class as rich
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Old 12-02-2012, 02:06 AM
 
Location: Duluth, Minnesota, USA
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No, it is not necessarily a sin to be rich.

However, wealth can be an occasion of sin and therefore often leads to sins. Also, much wealth is gained through sinful behavior.
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Old 12-02-2012, 05:36 AM
 
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If the person is a rich wealthy person who does not have Lord Jesus Spirit in their spirit, or if they cannot take or give charity , which can will block faith which will block Jesus , than there will be sin ...
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Old 12-02-2012, 08:20 AM
 
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If you feel it might be, then for you it is a big sin because you know you could give it all away and live in poverty.
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Old 12-06-2012, 02:16 PM
 
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I don't think being rich necessarily is a sin. Greed on the other hand.....
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